Chapter 409: Is There Really an Issue with Your Sexual Orientation?
Su Yan smiled faintly, "As expected of Young Master Yan. This matter, I’m afraid only Nie Qing and I know the truth. Even the Puritan people think that the child is Nie Qing’s illegitimate son. Yet you’ve investigated so thoroughly, leaving me with no cards to play. What else can I do?"
"I can guarantee the safety of your son," Yan Sijue offered.
Su Yan’s smile was enchanting as she slowly shook her head, "Young Master Yan, that child is inseparable from Nie Qing. The moment Nie Qing senses something amiss, that child will be the first to perish."
"Oh?" Yan Sijue smiled lightly, "Unfortunately, you have no choice. Without your intelligence, I would have to confront him head-on, resulting in your son’s death. However, with your intel, I can adopt a more gentle approach — you’ve been by Nie Qing’s side for years. For the sake of your son, you’re bound to come up with a more perfect plan, right?"
Su Yan let out a cold laugh, "Who knew that Young Master Yan had such faith in me?"
"I believe you deeply hate Nie Qing. You wouldn’t let any of his weaknesses slip by."
Su Yan looked at him expressionlessly for a long time.
"Alright then, I agree, but I have one condition." Su Yan raised her chin slightly and glanced at Mu Yiliang, "During this period, let your woman come accompany me occasionally, what do you say?"
"No way!" Yan Sijue refused without hesitation.
Su Yan giggled, "Can’t bear to let her?"
Mu Yiliang raised her hand, "Actually, I can..."
Yan Sijue’s gaze shot over, and she silently withdrew her hand.
"It’s impossible. Whether you have some ulterior motive or just need entertainment out of boredom, it’s impossible!" Yan Sijue’s tone was resolute, with no room for concession.
Su Yan seemed a bit disappointed, "Alright... Young Master Yan, how come I never realized you were such a lover boy?"
"The issue isn’t with me, it’s with you." Yan Sijue’s smile turned a bit cold, "A woman like you, there’s not a single man who would be devoted to you."
Su Yan was silent for a long time before smiling melancholically, "You’re right."
After speaking, she lowered her head and continued brewing tea, as if she had forgotten their presence.
Yan Sijue held Mu Yiliang’s hand and led her away.
Mu Yiliang was a bit annoyed, "Why did you have to speak like that in the end? I think she’s also in a tight spot..."
Yan Sijue suddenly stopped and glared at her, "I think I really need to get a psychologist to assess you!"
"Huh?"
"To see if there’s anything wrong with your sexual orientation!" Yan Sijue said through gritted teeth.
Mu Yiliang was both amused and exasperated, "Your imagination is too wild! I’m purely heterosexual!"
"Is that so? Then put away that inexplicable sympathy of yours!" Yan Sijue continued to scold her, "You see everyone as if they’re in a tight spot and deserving of sympathy!"
Mu Yiliang, inexplicably scolded, had her eyes welling up with tears, "I’m not like that at all..."
Lately, he’s spoiled her so much that she couldn’t take any grievance. Now, being yelled at, she felt upset but didn’t want to cry over such a trivial matter, so she bit her lip tightly.
It wasn’t until quite a while later that Yan Sijue noticed the woman beside him was teary-eyed. He felt both regretful and heartbroken and somewhat amused, pulling her into his arms, "I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have yelled at you."
Mu Yiliang stomped on his foot hard, "I hate you!"
"That’s right, I’m the worst!" Yan Sijue quickly whispered to soothe her.
These days, he had been very restrained, but just now, he couldn’t hold back... Every time he thought about this woman’s overflowing sympathy, it irritated him immensely.
